Giving a bouquet is the most universal way to express love, gratitude, or respect. It needs no translation—the language of flowers is understood everywhere.
However, have you ever wondered where this tradition comes from and why the plant has become the main messenger of emotions?
Ancient Era: Gift of the Gods
The tradition of giving flowers dates back thousands of years. In ancient Greece, Egypt, and China, flowers were a symbol of worship to the gods. In Greek mythology, almost every flower has its own history: for example, the rose was associated with the goddess of love Aphrodite, which has survived to this day in the symbolism of the red rose.
In the Middle Ages, flowers served more religious and medicinal purposes, but during the Age of Chivalry, they took on a new, romantic meaning.
"Floriography" - Secret Correspondence of the Victorian Era
The culture of giving flowers reached its peak in 19th century Victorian England. At that time, it was not customary to express emotions publicly, so people created “floriography” — the language of flowers.
Each flower, its color, and even the hand with which you held the bouquet, had a specific meaning:
* White lily: purity and nobility.
* Lilac: First confession of love.
* Yellow tulip: sunlight and hopeless love (later this meaning changed to joy).
Why do we give flowers today?
In the modern world, where everything is digital, a flower remains that rare "living" gift that awakens all the senses at once: sight, smell, and touch.
Today, giving a bouquet means:
1. Sharing attention: You take the time to choose something alive and beautiful.
2. Connection with nature : In an urban environment, flowers bring peace and the energy of nature into the home.
3. Momentarianism : The flower reminds us that beauty is here and now—it is the art of appreciating the moment.
Fleur de Tbilisi and modern symbolism
We believe that today's flower language is more about individuality than strict rules. At Fleur de Tbilisi, we craft each bouquet to convey your message to the recipient. Whether it's a classic bouquet of red roses or a minimalist arrangement of seasonal flowers, our goal is to continue this ancient tradition in modern, sophisticated forms.